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Dr. Mohamad Al-Massalkhi, MD

Dr. Mohamad Al-Massalkhi, MD

Joliet, IL

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Al-Massalkhi, Critical Care Internist in Joliet, IL?

    Dr. Mohamad Al-Massalkhi, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Joliet, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Al-Massalkhi graduated from University Of Damascus Faculty Of Med Damascus Syria and completed his residency at Mercy Hospital and Medical Center-Illinois. Dr. Al-Massalkhi is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Al-Massalkhi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Al-Massalkhi’s office at (630) 932-2040.

    Where did Dr. Al-Massalkhi go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Chicago Medical School-PUL

    • Residency: Mercy Hospital and Medical Center-Illinois | Mercy Hospital and Medical Center, Chicago

    • Medical School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Med Damascus Syria | University Of Damascus Faculty Of Med Damascus Syria

    Is Dr. Al-Massalkhi board certified in Critical Care Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Mohamad Al-Massalkhi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Al-Massalkhi speak?

    Dr. Al-Massalkhi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Al-Massalkhi treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Al-Massalkhi diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Al-Massalkhi. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Lung failure
    • Breathing failure
    • Respiratory insufficiency
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Other Hypersomnia
    • Sleep Disorder
    • Unspecified Hypersomnia
    • Different Types of Hypersomnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4719: Other hypersomnia

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Which procedures does Dr. Al-Massalkhi perform as a Critical Care Internist?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Mohamad Al-Massalkhi may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Al-Massalkhi's office.

    Does Dr. Al-Massalkhi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Al-Massalkhi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (630) 932-2040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Al-Massalkhi accept in Joliet, IL?

    Dr. Al-Massalkhi in Joliet, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Al-Massalkhi's office located?

    Dr. Mohamad Al-Massalkhi's Primary Practice

    903 N 129th Infantry Dr Ste 400

    Joliet, IL 60435

    (630) 932-2040

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    Dr. Mohamad Al-Massalkhi's Practice 2

    1425 N Randall Rd Ste Aip

    Elgin, IL 60123

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    Dr. Mohamad Al-Massalkhi's Practice 3

    2340 S Highland Ave Ste 230

    Lombard, IL 60148

    (630) 932-2040

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    What is Dr. Al-Massalkhi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Al-Massalkhi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457300857.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Al-Massalkhi?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Al-Massalkhi

    What is Dr. Mohamad Al-Massalkhi's specialty?

    Dr. Al-Massalkhi is a Critical Care Internist near Joliet, IL. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Al-Massalkhi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Mohamad Al-Massalkhi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Al-Massalkhi is affiliated with Silver Cross Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?

    Explore Critical Care Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Mohamad Al-Massalkhi accepting new patients in Joliet, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Mohamad Al-Massalkhi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mohamad Al-Massalkhi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Al-Massalkhi's office at (630) 932-2040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mohamad Al-Massalkhi?

    Please contact Dr. Al-Massalkhi's office at (630) 932-2040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mohamad Al-Massalkhi have?

    Dr. Mohamad Al-Massalkhi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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